Completed commercial roof repair on a modified bitumen flat roof in El Cajon, CA
CommercialModified Bitumen

Commercial Roof Repair in El Cajon, CA

1028 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021

Multi-Tenant Commercial Retail Building

Project Overview

About This Project

Interior ceiling stains indicated an active flat roof failure at this multi-tenant property. The modified bitumen system had undergone multiple patch repairs over time, but seasonal rainfall continued to expose weakened seams and deteriorated flashing along parapet walls. A comprehensive evaluation identified three primary leak sources: membrane separation, localized ponding areas, and compromised flashing transitions. The repair restored waterproof continuity, reinforced vulnerable membrane sections, corrected drainage issues, and extended the existing system's service life without full replacement.

Initial Assessment

Conditions Found

  • Open seams along membrane overlaps allowing water entry
  • Blistering from trapped moisture beneath the surface
  • Flashing deterioration at parapet walls
  • Drainage restrictions causing minor ponding near drains
  • Previous repair patches losing adhesion

What We Used

Materials

  • Modified bitumen membrane patches
  • Industrial-grade bonding adhesive
  • Reinforced flashing materials
  • Waterproof seam sealant
  • Corrosion-resistant fasteners

How It Was Done

Installation Process

Every project follows a structured, supervised process — from site assessment to final walkthrough.

1
Moisture Detection & Leak Mapping
All active leak sources identified and mapped before any repair work began.
2
Removal of Compromised Sections
Deteriorated membrane sections, failed patches, and damaged flashing removed.
3
Surface Preparation
Exposed deck and substrate cleaned and prepared for new membrane adhesion.
4
Membrane Reinforcement
Industrial-grade modified bitumen patches applied with bonding adhesive for waterproof continuity.
5
Flashing Replacement
All parapet wall and penetration flashing replaced and sealed with new reinforced materials.
6
Drainage Correction
Drain areas cleared and slope inconsistencies addressed to eliminate ponding.

Outcomes

Project Results

  • All active leak sources sealed and waterproof continuity restored
  • Stabilized flashing connections at parapet walls
  • Improved drainage performance reducing ponding risk
  • Extended roofing system service life without full replacement
  • Tenant operations maintained with minimal disruption
Completed commercial roof repair on a modified bitumen flat roof in El Cajon, CA

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  • Licensed & insured (CSLB Lic# 1094851)
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